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I applied around Feb/March time. In the info pack they've sent out for the assessment day, there's the Trainability tests. Just wondered if the cables and dials practice section differs massively from the actual assessment, as I actually find that part quite easy.

Cheers fella, I was thinking it was all done on the one day. How did you find it all? I'm getting a little nervous!!

Hi all I've been invited to an assessment day for the trainee driver position. Just looking for any info on what to expect and how best to prepare, I know there is lots of info on here already but am keen on getting an insight of the process for SWT in particular. Does anyone know if...

Slick, you're a superstar! Thats a great insight fella and is much appreciated. Many thanks Dave.

Hi Laura I'm thinking of applying for the position based in the Cambridge depot. If you don't mind, can you please tell me what kind of company it's like to work for? And info on the salary for a driver and the shift pattern. Any info would be much appreciated really. If they accept my...

Yes fella, I live in London. Am thinking of applying for both. I know I'm thinking way ahead but if I was lucky enough to pass both assessments I'd be unsure which would be the better company to work for. Especially when it comes down to shift pattern, salary etc.

Hi I'm thinking of applying myself and would also appreciate any info regarding the different type of assessments they do? If successful, are you actually on a train driver course? I'm probably being thick but was unsure when I looked at their website and read the info about the vacancy...

Hi guys, Just looking for your opinions on whether Southwest trains or Greater Anglia would be the better company to work for and why. What are the pros and cons of each. Thanks in advance. Dave.

Hi Does anybody what kind of company they are like to work for and also the shift pattern for a mainline driver? Also, are their driver assessments the same as other T.O.C's. Thanks.

Morning everyone. Just wondered if I'm entitled to a discount on a monthly season ticket if I work for a T.O.C? The journey I'd be making is Coventry-Euston. Thanks.

Hi all, I've been invited to an assessment day on 10th feb for a PSA on the Dlr. Was just wondering if anybody knew anything about the kind of tests you do, the monthly wage after tax, how easy it is to swap shifts as I prefer very early starts. And also an ideal area to live if I were to be...

Hi all. Does anybody know the shift pattern for PSA's working on the DLR? Also, if they are a good company to work for? Many thanks.

Does anyone know the shift pattern for a PSA and what its like working for them? Are they are good company and is the job tough? Would also like to know that if you fail assessment, does it count as one of your two chances or is it totally separate? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.

Don't be sorry fella, any info I get is greatly appreciated. I've been searching on internet for a typical day for a senior conductor but not much on there! When u say 4 day week, does that mean 3 rest days following? And would you say XC are a good company to work for? Many thanks.

cheers fella. will keep a look out for him.

Hi everyone, Just looking for a bit of info on the senior conductor role, working for Cross country at Birmingham new street. Can anyone give me an example of a monthly rosta and also a typical day for a senior conductor. Do you get stop-overs occasionally? Thanks. --- old post above ---...

Hi guys, I'm managing 11 completed rows per sheet with on average 2 errors in total. Does anybody know if this is sufficient? Thanks.

Thanks sultanofswing. That's a big help. I best just keep on practising those dots!!

Hi guys. Does anyone know the best thing I could study to prepare for the mechanical comprehension test at the assessment centre and also a realistic benchmark when completing the dots. I'm currently only managing nearly half a page whilst practising. Many Thanks

Hi guys. I'm thinking of applying to FGW,not sure which location to select though. If they do accept my application and im invited to an assessment centre does anybody know what and when i should start practising. I've heard the assessments are extremely difficult!